Two Tories defect to Labour with devastating verdict on weak Rishi Sunak
Two Tory councillors have give up the celebration and defected to Labour with a brutal takedown of Rishi Sunak’s failure to guide the nation.
David Wilkes and Archer Williams, who sit on Sandwell Council, mentioned the Conservatives have been “unfit to govern”. The pair criticised native West Bromwich MPs Shaun Bailey and Nicola Richards who they accused of failing to face as much as the PM.
Mr Wilkes mentioned: “I made this decision based on a simple question – could I tell my constituents to vote Conservative in the next general election? The answer was no.
“Rishi Sunak is a weak leader, out of ideas, unable to deliver on anything he’s promised. Here in Sandwell, the Conservatives are either running away to safer seats or are selfishly squabbling to further their own careers. They are unfit to represent this brilliant part of the country.”
Ms Richards, who’s presently the MP for West Bromwich East, is looking for a seat in one other space to face in on the election. Mr Wilkes added: “Under Keir Starmer, Labour has completely changed into a serious political party that welcomes new ideas and has a positive vision for Sandwell and the whole of the UK.”
Mr Williams mentioned: “Since being elected in 2021 I have put all my energy into serving the people of my community but I can no longer do this with my hands tied behind my back. Over the past 14 years, Conservative government cuts have drastically reduced our ability to deliver for residents across Sandwell.
“I have pleaded with fellow Conservatives – including other councillors and our MPs – to stand up to Rishi Sunak and give our communities what they deserve. My words landed on deaf ears. Sadly, the Conservative Party does not serve the interest of my residents. For me, politics is simple – I am a local resident, I want to enjoy better services and safer communities and I want my local residents to be genuinely happy.”
Mr Wilkes and Mr Williams each symbolize the Princes End ward on Sandwell Council.
